24/06/2026 03:04 - Politica
The National University of Cuyo (UNCuyo), the largest and most traditional higher education institution in the province of Mendoza, has a new leader. In a landmark election, Adriana García of the Encuentro Plural coalition achieved a decisive victory in the runoff, securing 53.36% of the votes against Gabriel Fidel (Sumar Universidad), who obtained 46.64%.
This result represents a significant political shift in the region. For the first time since the implementation of direct voting, the Peronist movement (the dominant political force in Argentina historically) has taken control of the Rectorate, ending 12 years of Radical Civic Union (UCR) governance. The election saw high participation, with over 16,000 voters casting their ballots across 155 polling stations.
The Rector-elect is a renowned academic with a deep connection to the institution. Her profile highlights a commitment to education:
Ana Sisti, the new Vice-Rector, brings expertise in educational management, currently serving as the Dean of the Faculty of Education.
To understand the magnitude of this change, it is important to note the local context:
The General Electoral Board will finalize the count shortly. The inauguration ceremony is scheduled for August 14, 2026, coinciding with the university's 87th anniversary. The new administration will serve a four-year term ending in 2030. García emotionally stated: "We changed history. We recovered the National University of Cuyo."
Alfredo S. Quiroga
